Charlie NelmsLeadership & PolicyAn Open Letter to Trustees of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)Although I have lost count of the number of HBCU presidential vacancies and recent appointments, suffice it to say I believe the number of vacancies is far too high in proportion to the number of HBCUs as a percent of the total number of colleges and universities. The situation is so dire that some presidents are not in office long enough to be officially inaugurated. This is unacceptable, and alumni and other institutional constituents become part of the problem when they refuse to speak out in a constructive manner.August 6, 2021HBCUsSix Things HBCUs Can Do to Increase Alumni Philanthropic SupportKudos to all those HBCUs fortunate enough to be included on MacKenzie Scott’s mega gift list, along with lesser-known donors and corporate grant makers. For those institutions that were not among the recipients of such largesse, I challenge you to focus on transforming your alumni into consistent givers who may someday become mega givers.July 2, 2021Leadership & PolicyNurturing the Next Generation of Historically Black College and University LeadersI never accepted the presidency of the largest or most prestigious university, nor the one that paid the highest salary. Instead, I accepted the position where I felt there was the best alignment between the institution’s mission and my ability to make a substantive and sustainable difference.June 1, 2021Previous PagePage 3 of 3
